We Were Fired, and We're Embracing It – Here's How to Find a New Job That Works Your Needs

The start of a new year is often a moment for introspection, and for numerous people, that includes considering our professional paths.

Two editors who lost their positions following company reorganizations initially felt it was a disaster.

"I poured everything into the position... I had faith in the principles we promoted. But in my case, those values didn't apply," one of them says.

The two chose to say "dismissed" and suggest that being transparent about the situation can assist you handle it.

"People rely on numerous alternative phrases for losing a job. However, the quicker you own it, the quicker you're honest about it, the sooner you can move on.

"It's the fast track to what you desire to pursue next," she adds.

Now, they are succeeding in new ventures, where one owning her own firm and the other working as top editor for a luxury magazine.

Whether you've lost your job or are just looking for a new career, consider these four methods to assist you.

1. Reflect On The Past Year

It's common to experience a bit low about work post-festive period.

A professional advisor highlights the necessity of reflection before embarking on a fresh job hunt.

She suggests people to consider what they desire to pursue more, what they want less of, and what inspires or drains their drive.

Reviewing your accomplishments to spot common themes is also beneficial. "Try not to considering only the recent past, because we all suffer from for recency bias that can hinder the process," she adds.

A former editor says it is crucial to determine the role of work plays in your life.

This means being honest about how much time you're working and its impact on your social life.

After being let go, she advises not allowing your life be dictated by your work.

2. Make Incremental Actions

The advisor states that individuals can take gradual progress for a career transition without committing fully.

Her own journey took several years to transition from a traditional job to running her own company entirely, developing her idea alongside her job, which enabled self-funding from the start.

"It needed additional time, but that was my approach sustainably," she explains.

She advocates for a "try before you buy" approach.

This might involve volunteering, participating in an initiative you find appealing, or accepting something different at your present job.

"The worst outcome, you learn it's not a fit, but it's preferable to know now rather than after you've made the move," she remarks.

She also advises exploring short-term "bridging roles". These may not be the ideal job, but they act as progress forward, such as a role with parallels to the career you want, though not in the exact industry or sector.

"It involves allowing yourself the leeway to acknowledge this is good for now, but that isn't the same as forever.

"That can be an intelligent approach to get nearer to a career change."

3. Recall Your Successes

If you've just left your job, many are in the same boat – redundancy rates have surged markedly recently.

One professional was the top editor in a magazine, but a few years ago her entire team lost their jobs following a decision to discontinued the physical magazine.

Understanding that this was not indicative of her performance helped her cope with the situation.

"What you've learned doesn't go away because you were let go.

"Do not surrender your self-worth, it's crucial for everyone to remember their intrinsic value."

The other editor was let go after ten years in a business journal after a change in management and the arrival of a new editor.

She emphasizes that so much of the shame of dismissal is self-imposed.

"Considering the vast numbers of individuals facing redundancy, it's rarely personal. Chances are not about you, so refrain from bearing that ball of shame unnecessarily."

4. Develop a Career Checklist

If you're urgently looking for employment or are utterly miserable at work, the temptation is to jump at at any opportunity – overlooking your own happiness.

But this is a major error.

Rather, she recommends an exercise called "reviewing" – focusing your search down to job descriptions that capture your interest.

She suggests searching professional networks and gathering a selection of that seem promising.

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